Description

Ammonium Persulfate is a powerful inorganic oxidizing agent with the chemical formula (NH₄)₂S₂O₈. It is a critical initiator and etchant in numerous industrial processes due to its ability to generate highly reactive sulfate free radicals. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the electronics, polymer, and water treatment industries seeking reliable and efficient oxidation chemistry. Its consistent performance and high purity are vital for ensuring product quality and process efficiency in demanding applications.

Application

• Polymer Industry: Primary initiator for the emulsion polymerization of styrene, acrylonitrile, and other vinyl monomers.
• Electronics Manufacturing: Key etchant and cleaning agent for printed circuit boards (PCBs) and silicon wafers.
• Hair & Beauty Products: Oxidizing agent in hair bleaches, lighteners, and cold wave neutralizers.
• Water Treatment: Used for breaking down organic contaminants and as a source of persulfate in advanced oxidation processes.
• Textile Industry: Employed in desizing and bleaching processes for fabrics.
• Analytical Chemistry: Reagent for iodometric titrations and other redox-based analytical methods.
• Metal Processing: Component in metal cleaning and pickling formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ammonium Persulfate
CAS No.	7727-54-0
Molecular Formula	(NH₄)₂S₂O₈
Molecular Weight	228.20 g/mol
Synonyms	Ammonium peroxydisulfate; Diammonium peroxydisulfate; Diammonium persulfate; APS; Peroxydisulfuric acid, diammonium salt; Persulfate d'ammonium; Ammonium peroxodisulfate
EINECS	231-786-5

Quality Control

Our Ammonium Persulfate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and technical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay, purity, and impurity levels is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and open flames. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent caking and decomposition. Incompatible with combustible materials, organic substances, strong reducing agents, and bases. Observe local regulations for oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0 %
Active Oxygen	≥ 6.95 %
Insolubles in Water	≤ 0.02 %
Chloride (Cl)	≤ 0.001 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 0.001 %
Iron (Fe)	≤ 0.001 %
Moisture (Karl Fischer)	≤ 0.10 %

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.